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LAE 321X

1982 Honda GL500

Blue Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

44,007 mi
Last recorded44,007 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2016
Typical for 1982 Honda GL50038,348 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAE 321X
MakeHonda
ModelGL500
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2016 44,007 miles

Nearside Front Upper Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 43,897 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 3 Jun 2010 43,888 miles

Nearside Front Lower Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 35,751 miles

Nearside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Front Lower Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 4 Jun 2009 35,751 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Front Lower Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 4 Jun 2008 24,676 miles

Front Fuel cap sealing washer torn (7.2.2c)

Front Upper Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 24,676 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 34,676 miles

Rear Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 23 May 2007 34,676 miles

Front Upper Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Upper Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Offside Front Upper Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 May 2006 29,828 miles

How Reliable is the Honda GL500?

Based on 2,142 MOT tests across 320 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
533
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
320
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 84
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 36
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 24
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 15
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LAE 321X is a 1982 Honda GL500 in Blue with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1982 Honda GL500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 38,348 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda GL500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LAE 321X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda GL500 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 44 years old, this Honda GL500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LAE 321X registered?

LAE 321X is a 1982 Honda GL500, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is LAE 321X safe to buy?

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